Water System Report NE

Waterloo, Village of

EPA ID: NE3105517 · 962 people served · 1 ZIP code

Waterloo, Village of carries zero EPA violations in five years — a spotless record for a utility serving 962 residents.

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-04-02

962
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Surface Water
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$352K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Waterloo, Village of Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$113,442
Median Household Income
3,100
Service Area Population
31%
Disadvantaged Population
40th
Poverty Percentile
60th
Energy Burden Percentile
59%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Waterloo, Village of serves a community with a median household income of $113,442 and an estimated 3,100 residents across its service area. Approximately 59% of housing stock was built before 1986, which increases the likelihood of lead service lines and older plumbing.

Environmental Justice Note: 31% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

🌊 Where Does Your Water Come From?

Surface Water

Waterloo, Village of's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

About 1% of homes in Douglas County, Nebraska rely on private wells rather than public water systems. Private well owners are responsible for their own water testing and treatment.

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites.

Infrastructure Risk

37 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
33 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 53% of expected lifespan used End of life

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance Radon Mitigation
Flood Insurance $1,800
Radon Mitigation $1,200
Total Estimated Cost $3,000

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

System Overview

Waterloo, Village of (EPA ID: NE3105517) is a community water system in Nebraska that serves approximately 962 people from surface water sources.

This system serves ZIP code 68069 in Waterloo.

Violation History

No violations recorded — This water system has no recorded EPA violations in the past 5 years.

Lead & Copper

No Lead and Copper Rule sampling data available for this water system.

Need help with your water quality?

Typical cost: Water test: typically $20–$50 (DIY kit) · Professional inspection: $150–$400

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Free tip: Let cold water run for 2 minutes before drinking — this helps flush lead from your pipes.

ZIP Codes Served

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Waterloo, Village of (NE3105517) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Waterloo, Village of water safe to drink?

Based on EPA records, Waterloo, Village of has no recorded violations in the past 5 years — a positive indicator of water quality management.

How many people does Waterloo, Village of serve?

Waterloo, Village of serves approximately 962 people across 1 ZIP code in Nebraska.

Where does Waterloo, Village of get its water?

The primary water source is surface water.

Lead Service Line Inventory

Service line breakdown reported under the federal Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) inventory requirement:

0
Confirmed Lead
1
Galvanized — Replacement Required
246
Unknown Material
511
Confirmed Non-Lead

Federal LCRI rule (effective October 2024) requires every public water system to inventory its service lines and complete lead-line replacement within 10 years.

Federal Regulatory Status · 2026Q1
LCRR inventory submission: Reported all required service line types
Latest tap sample on 2019-01-01 did not exceed the federal lead action level.
Population served: 962
Reported to Nebraska

Source: EPA SDWIS Federal Service Line Inventory (Phase 2) · Submitted 2026

ZipCheckup is not affiliated with the utility or state agency. Inventory figures render verbatim from the public LCRI submission cited above; ZipCheckup does not perform inspections or replacements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Waterloo, Village of meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Waterloo, Village of serve?
Waterloo, Village of serves approximately 962 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Waterloo, Village of's water source?
Waterloo, Village of draws water from surface water sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Waterloo, Village of's service area?
The Waterloo, Village of service area has a median household income of $113,442. EPA EJScreen data classifies 31% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Waterloo, Village of get its water?
Waterloo, Village of's water is drawn from rivers, lakes, or reservoirs. Surface water sources are more exposed to agricultural runoff, stormwater, and upstream discharges, but they typically receive more intensive treatment before reaching your tap. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.
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